Your vision.
Our studio.
A flexible photography and production space for photographers, creators, families, businesses and anyone who needs a professional space to bring an idea to life.
All studio rentals include.
Come in with your camera and your creative idea. We've already taken care of the essentials.
Four professional flash units with reflectors, two soft boxes, two umbrellas, honeycomb grids and radio triggers.
Extra stands are available throughout the studio for your equipment and lighting setup.
Foam core reflector cards and scrims are available for shaping and controlling light.
Four painted canvas backgrounds on a motorized lift system plus seamless paper in eight colors.
Members receive lower rental rates and additional booking flexibility.
Simple, straightforward pricing.
Choose standard weekday pricing or become a member for discounted rates and anytime booking.
Non-Member Rates
Member Rates
Fresh studio paint
Get a fresh coat of paint for your studio rental, including floor & background.
Choose the look for your shoot.
Painted canvas backgrounds are complimentary. Seamless paper is available in a variety of colors.
Complementary Painted Canvas
Canvas sheets measure approximately 10′ × 20′
Canvas Background 01
Canvas Background 02
Canvas Background 03
Canvas Background 04
Available Seamless Paper Colors
Approximately 9.5′ wide
$30 each for non-members • Free for members
Shoot it yourself or bring in a pro.
We offer both unattended studio access and professional photography sessions.
Unattended Session
Designed for experienced photographers who are familiar with studio photography and simply want access to all the studio spaces and lighting equipment.
- Access to studio spaces
- Professional studio lighting
- Lighting modifiers
- Background options
- Work independently
Pro Photography Session
Perfect for family portraits, headshots, models and product photography. A dedicated professional photographer will be available for the amount of time you book.
- Family portraits
- Professional headshots
- Model photography
- Product photography
- Dedicated photographer
Studio rental house rules.
A few important things to know before your session.
First-time renters must visit us a day or two BEFORE the rental to preview the studio and familiarize themselves with the setup. Visits must occur during normal business hours.
We will not be able to help or assist you during your rental appointment.
What you see out in the open within the studio space is what is available for your rental.
Anything locked up in cabinets or cases, or behind gates or doors, is off limits.
During business hours we continue to conduct business for our other services. Background music is fine, but please keep the volume appropriate and no explicit lyrics.
Your booked rental time is final. Please plan enough time for setup and breakdown. Rental time cannot be extended.
All equipment must be put away and the studio left in the same condition in which it was found.
A $150 cleaning fee will be charged to your credit card if the studio is not left in the same condition.
Staying past your rental period, even by 5 minutes, results in a charge of $75 for every additional 30 minutes.
Bookings can be changed or canceled up to 24 hours before the appointment. Cancellations made at least 24 hours ahead receive a refund in credits to the Bookeo account.
Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours of the appointment receive no refund or free reschedule.
We no longer offer the previous 15 minutes before and after the rental for setup and cleaning.
Planning an after-hours or weekend rental?
For studio rentals after hours, payment must be received by 4 PM. For Saturday and/or Sunday studio rentals, payment must be received by Friday at 4 PM. We need sufficient time to program the lock and secure the gates inside our office.
More than a room.
We're a local Birmingham business built around personal service, professional equipment and treating people right.
Security
Because we do our work on-site in our Birmingham studio, you never have to wonder about the whereabouts of your precious memories. Our media stays on the premises of our secure video lab from drop-off to pickup. One person is responsible for the work from start to finish, giving you direct, face-to-face interaction when you have questions.
Customer Service
Our staff ensures every detail is addressed and all communication is handled with honesty and respect. We explain our processes clearly and transparently so expectations are well defined. We put the value of relationships with our clients ahead of the business value of the services we provide.
Bring your idea to life.
Whether you're shooting portraits, products, interviews, social content or your next creative project, Image Hive gives you the space and equipment to make it happen.